Police are appealing for information regarding Tauranga man Harley Shrimpton, 28, who has been missing since November 3.

It wasn’t until November 17 that Harley’s family were made aware he had been taken by an individual into a car at Mount Maunganui McDonalds car park.

They had been searching for him over the previous fortnight but weren’t initially aware of the circumstances around his disappearance. On November 17, they immediately reported him missing to Police and stepped up their search for him.

“It is very unusual for him to not be active on social media or to not be in contact with his mother or siblings,” says a family member.  

“We’ve been told he’s been taken at 1.30pm from the Mount McDonald’s car park in a light blue hybrid car. No one has seen or heard of him since. We were already worried about him and now we’re extra worried about what’s happened.” 

The family members says Harley didn’t have a job at the time of his disappearance. 

“He does have gang connections but I’m not sure which gangs. He’s not working.” 

Harley was believed to be probably wearing dark clothing including long trousers, and a cap.  

“We’re making enquiries and ask that anyone with information which may assist, contact us via 105 and quote file number 231117/9085,” says a police spokesperson.

The family say if Harley is reading this to please contact them.

“We love and miss you and hope to hear from you soon,” says a family member.